Thrive in Your PhD. Stay Healthy in Research.
The project “Systematic Support and the Development of Structures for a Transparent Infrastructure for Mental Health in the Doctoral Process at KIT” – SUST(R)AINPRO-KIT – aims to systematically examine the burdens experienced by doctoral researchers and their impact on well-being and health.
In a participatory approach, the project works together with doctoral researchers to develop resources and structures that promote health and well-being throughout the doctoral journey.
Learn more about the project.
12th KIT 10 km Championship
On Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., the 12th KIT Championship will take place. The race starts at the Institute of Sport (Engler-Bunte-Ring 15) and leads across Campus South, through the scenic Hardtwald forest, and finishes with a final sprint on the blue tartan track of the KIT Stadium.
The officially measured course is eligible for rankings, flat, fast, and runs almost entirely on paved paths.
Registration and further information:
www.kitsc.de/leichtathletik/kit-meisterschaft/
Smoke-Free in May Campaign – Win up to 1,000 Euro!
Following the successful campaign in 2025 with over 21,000 participants, the “Smoke-Free in May” initiative returns in 2026.
Smokers aged 18 and over who regularly use cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or heated tobacco products can register at www.rauchfrei-im-mai.de until April 30, 2026. Participants who successfully quit smoking throughout May will have the chance to win prizes of up to €1,000.